1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | Mark IV | 599 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2751 mm |
